Runner dies in Great North Run half marathon

London, Sep 14 (IANS) A runner has died in taking part in the Great North Run half marathon event in Newcastle, organisers announced on Sunday.

Organisers added in a statement: “We deeply regret the loss of life of a participant at the Great North Run today and offer our deepest sympathy and condolences to the family and friends of the individual concerned.

“In such circumstances there is a strictly planned procedure we adhere to. Our priority is to ensure that the next of kin are informed and therefore we will not be in a position to make any further comment today.”

About 57,000 people took part in the event which started in Newcastle and finished in South Shields, reports Xinhua.